Two posters tell the story of Bihar’s 2025 elections for Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and his party, the Janata Dal (United). The first — “ 25 se 30, phir se Nitish (From 2025 to 2030, it is Nitish’s government again)” — appeared in May, long before the campaign gathered steam. The second — “ Tiger Abhi Zinda Hai (Tiger is still alive)” — was erected a day before the results were declared.

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The first one was an assertion as well as a reflection of the JD(U)’s anxiety. There were reports of Mr. Kumar’s declining mental acuity. There was also speculation that he will be replaced, with the BJP promoting its nominee instead. The poster with Mr. Kumar, in a blue Nehru jacket, placed against a yellow bac

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